DEFENDING PUTIN'S EMPIRE: Russia's Air Defence System

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Examines the modern Russian air and ballistic missile defense programs, including developments is counter-stealth detection and interception. Current Russian air defense doctrine follows a layered multi-level approach providing in depth coverage from any aerial or ballistic missile attack. This layered system allows Russian air defense forces to create zones that can be very difficult to penetrate. The highest level of these defensive networks uses long-range systems providing air defense umbrellas potentially up to 500+ km. Considers how effective these systems will be against NATO aircraft.